ment. Allow only qualified electricians to work on the electrical
system.
WARNING
Risk of injury from machine movements
Switch the system off before performing maintenance and servic-
ing work.
Secure the main switch with a padlock to prevent it from being
switched on again.
WARNING
Risk of injury from pressurised compressed air reservoirs
and lines after the system has been switched off
Depressurise the system before performing any work on the sys-
tem.
Check the pressure gauge at the maintenance unit to ensure that
the system is depressurised.
WARNING
Risk of injury from the high-pressure system after the sys-
tem has been switched off
Depressurise the high-pressure system before performing any
work on the system.
This washing bay must be inspected by a technically qualified
person to ensure a safe condition before initial commissioning
and then at half-yearly intervals at the very least.
This inspection includes especially:
A visual inspection for all externally visible signs of wear and
tear or damage
Function test
The completeness and effectiveness of all safety devices at
self-service stations must be checked daily before the start or
operations, or as required on monitored systems but always at
least once a month.
Use only original parts
Use only original manufacturer spare parts or parts recommend-
ed by the original manufacturer, otherwise all warranty claims will
be invalidated.
Adhere to all safety instructions and application instructions pro-
vided with these parts.
This applies to:
Spare parts and wearing parts
Accessories
Operating materials
Detergent
Intended use
This washing bay is exclusively intended for external cleaning of
passenger vehicles with standard equipment and closed delivery
vehicles.
Adherence to the intended use also includes:
Adherence to all information provided in these operating in-
structions.
Adherence to the inspection and maintenance instructions.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage to vehicles when using the CareTouch
brushes
Equip the system with a high pressure attachment kit or pre-wash
the vehicles when using the CareTouch brushes.
Be aware of the dimensions
To prevent damage to vehicles and the washing bay, only pas-
senger vehicles and closed delivery vehicles conforming to the
specified dimensional limits may be washed, see chapter Tech-
nical data.
The system must be erected by qualified technical personnel.
The locally applicable safety regulations (e.g. clearances be-
tween the system and buildings) must be adhered to during erec-
tion.
Monitoring
Erection
Any type of improper use is prohibited.
The operating personnel are liable for hazards resulting from in-
correct use. Usage for other purposes than those described in
this documentation is prohibited.
ATTENTION
Material damage to vehicles and the system if the specified
vehicle dimensional limits are not adhered to
Adhere to the specified vehicle dimensional limits, see chapter
Technical data.
The portal washing station is not suitable for cleaning:
Special passenger vehicles, e.g. vehicles with roof and alcove
attachments projecting above the windscreen at the front or
above the rear window at the rear
Construction machines
Vehicles with trailers
Two-wheel and three-wheel vehicles
Pick-Up
Convertibles with an open roof
Convertibles with a closed roof but without manufacturer veri-
fication of washing system suitability
If these instructions are not followed, the system manufacturer
accepts no liability for any resulting
personal injury,
material damage,
injuries to animals.
ATTENTION
Increased risk of corrosion through the use of unsuitable
cleaning agents
The following cleaning agents may not be used in the system:
Cleaning agents intended for cleaning the washing hall.
Cleaning agents intended for externally cleaning the washing
bay.
Acidic cleaning agents.
Cleaning agents applied to the vehicle using a separate device
(e.g. wheel cleaner).
Water treatment agents.
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They en-
sure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at
www.kaercher.com.
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Foreseeable misuse
Unsuitable detergents
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